2002 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Astra | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
| Model | Astra | X3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
